How big? Large
How old? Adolescent (around two years)
Male or female? Male
Living with kids? I can live with children (10+)
Living with dogs? I can live with female dogs, I love my current housemate!
Resident dog required? No
Living with cats? I can’t live with cats (or small pets/birds)
Where can I live? I’m looking for an experienced, semi-rural home with a secure garden
Where am I from? Cyprus, now in Edinburgh (UK adoption fee applies)

About Yogi

Yogi is a stunning, sweet-natured, two year old shepherd cross who was born in Cyprus and found himself in a shelter when he was hardly four months old. He has been with his adoptive family since he was nine months old, living in a loving home in Scotland, but unfortunately the household dynamic has shifted since the arrival of a new resident dog and his family feel that Yogi needs more than they can offer him.

Now in a foster home in Edinburgh, Yogi is waiting for his new forever family to find him. He has been doing incredibly well since he arrived and is much calmer, more settled, and has been nothing but a good boy. Yogi is a big dog, in every sense. He’s big in size, he has a big heart, and he has a big personality. Because he’s a large sized dog, it’s really important that he finds an experienced home with a confident adopter who can give him the training, understanding and boundaries that he requires. Being a Shepherd mix, Yogi is a very intelligent, energetic and trainable dog with a lot of potential. At home Yogi thrives in a structured environment. He is crate trained and finds comfort in routine and predictability.

Yogi has an utterly charming personality and especially with his family who he loves and trusts, he is very affectionate and adores attention. He loves giving kisses and is always down for a belly rub! He’s attentive, very food motivated, keen to please and eager to learn. He has picked up basic command training with ease, but would definitely benefit from more challenging activities, such as scentwork and mantrailing, as he’s so smart and loves to have a job to do.

Yogi enjoys his walks and loves being outdoors. He’s an adventurous, curious dog and enjoys exploring his surroundings. He does have a prey drive, so where he’s let off lead needs to be selected responsibly, but he likes being out and about. He can be strong on the lead so requires an able-bodied adopter that is comfortable with bigger dogs.

Despite the dynamic between Yogi and the previous resident dog not being good, with other dogs he is generally friendly and sociable. He has previously spent time at daycare with many other dogs and done really well, and he has always got on nicely with the previous resident female dog at home too. Now in a foster home with another resident female, once again he’s bonded beautifully with her.

Yogi’s perfect home would be based semi-rurally with a spacious, secure garden where he can explore, run and play. His size means that he’s far better suited to a home with older children, or an adult only household. He loves kids but his size and enthusiasm would be overwhelming to little ones! Previous dog experience and understanding is necessary in order for Yogi to really flourish and reach his full potential, and he will feel more secure as well knowing his handler is confident and in control.

Yogi would be better suited to living alongside a resident female dog, rather than a male, but gets along with other dogs outside of the house very well. He is also seeking an active home with plenty of mental and physical stimulation, opportunities to explore, learn and play. He’s a loyal and loving companion who will repay your time and attention tenfold with his boundless affection and zest for life. We’re determined to find Yogi a home where his needs are fully met and his wonderful qualities can truly shine.

Yogi is currently based in Edinburgh and has a clean bill of health. He’s had a recent behavioural assessment and is ready to find his new family as soon as possible.